Chinese Envoy to India Xu Feihong on Thursday accused the United States of behaving like a “bully” in global trade, saying Washington has long enjoyed the benefits of free trade but is now using tariffs as bargaining chips. Speaking at an event organised by the Chintan Research Foundation (CRF) in New Delhi, Xu stressed that…
India on Wednesday firmly rejected allegations made by Bangladesh’s Interim Government that members of the ousted Awami League were involved in “anti-Bangladesh” activities from Indian soil. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the accusations as “misplaced” and reiterated that New Delhi does not allow its territory to be used for political campaigns or activities…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, just days after the latter’s high-profile meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska. During the call, President Putin briefed Prime Minister Modi about the details of his discussions with Trump, which focused heavily on the ongoing Ukraine conflict and…
Lebanon stands at a precarious crossroads as a U.S.-backed proposal to disarm Hezbollah, the powerful Iran-backed militant group, threatens to ignite tensions that could plunge the country into civil war. The plan, presented by U.S. envoy Tom Barrack, outlines a comprehensive strategy to neutralize Hezbollah’s military capabilities by the end of 2025, alongside an Israeli…
A serene pilgrimage route in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district turned into a scene of destruction and panic on August 14, 2025, when a massive cloudburst struck Chositi village between 12 noon and 1:00 pm. The sudden downpour unleashed ferocious flash floods that swept away homes, shops, and even security installations, leaving at least 46…
In a sharp diplomatic exchange, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi has accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, while the Israeli ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, has rejected the allegation, claiming that Israel has killed 25,000 Hamas militants. On Tuesday, Priyanka Gandhi posted on her X account that the Israeli state is engaged in genocide, alleging…
India and China are set to restart direct passenger flights as early as September 2025, ending a suspension that has lasted nearly five years. The move, reported by multiple sources, comes after months of quiet diplomatic coordination and is expected to be formally announced during or around the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit later this…
Islamabad/New Delhi – Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, has issued a series of provocative statements against India, raising concerns over heightened tensions in the already volatile South Asian region. His remarks include both nuclear warnings and threats to target critical Indian infrastructure projects. During his recent visit to the United States, Munir…
Americans are known for their creativity and hard work, but every group has flaws. This article explores some common weaknesses of American people in simple terms. These are general ideas and do not apply to everyone. Political Division Americans often disagree strongly about politics. Different groups argue instead of working together to solve problems. This…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has proposed a plan to take full control of the Gaza Strip, a small region along the Mediterranean coast where over two million Palestinians live. This plan, discussed in a security cabinet meeting on August 7, 2025, aims to expand Israel’s military operations in Gaza to defeat Hamas, a Palestinian…
Laura Loomer, the polarizing far-right activist known for her aggressive social media presence and unwavering loyalty to Donald Trump, is claiming a growing role in shaping the personnel dynamics of the Trump administration — from the outside. In a recent interview with CNN, Loomer openly took credit for the ousting of several high-ranking officials, including…
In a life-changing moment of fortune, Sabuj, a Bangladeshi expatriate living in Dubai, has won the grand prize of Dh20 million in the Big Ticket Series 277 draw, held on August 3, 2025. His winning ticket, number 194560, brought immense joy not only to him but to the wider Bangladeshi community in the UAE, which…
US President Donald Trump has announced sealing a trade deal with Pakistan and said that Washington will work with Islamabad to develop what he described as the South Asian nation’s “massive oil reserves”. It is not immediately clear what massive oil reserves in Pakistan Trump was referring to. In a social media post, the US…
On July 30, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced via his Truth Social platform that the United States will impose a 25% tariff on all goods imported from India, effective August 1, 2025. Additionally, India will face an unspecified “penalty” due to its continued purchases of Russian military equipment and energy resources, particularly oil, amidst…
Syria will hold parliamentary elections in September, the head of a body tasked with organizing the election process told state media Sunday. Mohammed Taha al-Ahmad, chairman of the Higher Committee for People’s Assembly Elections, told state news agency SANA that elections will take place between Sept. 15 and 20. They will be the first to…
In the wake of the devastating intelligence failures surrounding the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, which resulted in 1,200 deaths and 251 abductions, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have embarked on a significant overhaul of their intelligence training programs. The IDF’s Intelligence Directorate, known as AMAN, has introduced mandatory Arabic language and Islamic studies…
As the war in Gaza continues with increasing intensity, the humanitarian crisis in the region has worsened dramatically. Severe shortages of food, clean water, and medical supplies are being reported across the Gaza Strip, affecting not only civilians but also journalists and aid workers. In a recent LinkedIn post, Gaza-based photojournalist Mohammed Abo Oun revealed…
In a stunning move, the Muslim Brotherhood, Jordan’s biggest opposition group and a key Islamic movement, has announced it is dissolving itself. The decision comes after the Jordanian government banned the group, seized its assets, closed its offices, and froze its funds, accusing it of violence, sabotage, and threatening national security. The group says these…
In an era defined by technological acceleration, the smartphone — once considered the pinnacle of personal computing — may soon give way to entirely new modes of human–machine interaction. While Google CEO Sundar Pichai has so far refrained from making any definitive public prediction about the eventual end of smartphones, the evolving tech landscape and…
Four terrorists linked to al-Qaeda involved in running a fake currency racket and spreading the global terror group’s ideology have been arrested by the Gujarat anti-terrorist squad (ATS). One of them was arrested from another state, the ATS said. The terror accused – Mohd Faiq, Mohd Fardeen, Sefullah Kureshi, and Zeeshan Ali – used social…